About: nathanrivalland
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- Nathan Rivalland is a journalist with the Times News Group. He covers community news, lifestyle and sport across the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong.
September 3, 2024
Shire, VEC to host candidate information session
THE Surf Coast Shire will partner with the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) to host a free information session for aspiring local candidates. The event on...
September 1, 2024
Reserve gets brightened up for summer
CAMPING at the Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve has been made cleaner, greener and safer just in time for a busy summer season. More than 40...
September 1, 2024
Danihers Drive to pass through Lorne and the Surf Coast
THE 8th annual Daniher's Drive will sweep through the Surf Coast this October as hundreds of people rally together to raise awareness and funds...
September 1, 2024
Business community embrace genU Big Day Out
MORE than 300 people packed into the AWA Alliance Stadium in Geelong to help break down barriers for people with disability at the genU...
August 31, 2024
Local family to take over Lorne Bowls Club restaurant
TWO families from Lorne are aiming for the skies in their pursuit of culinary success at the Lorne Bowls Club. The Mclldowie and Holloway families...
August 31, 2024
Popular market to return this spring
WARRALILY'S spring market returns to Mirambeena Park in Armstrong Creek next weekend and promises to be a lively hub full of seasonal delights and...
August 30, 2024
Art to inspire at Youth Fest in Anglesea
THE Youth Fest Art Exhibition returns this weekend to showcase the artistic prowess of the region's young community. This year's exhibition begins this Sunday, September...
August 30, 2024
Callander to go for glory in major tournament
Bones MMA athlete Jaiven Callander will take to the mat in the biggest event of his young career this weekend. The 21-year-old Torquay resident will...
August 30, 2024
50 Year Storm called a no-go for 2024
FOR the seventh time in its eight-year history, the Bells Beach 50 Year Storm surfing event will be postponed, with the hope bigger swells...
August 30, 2024
Bis-Sport Breaky raises $14,000 for aspiring athletes
MORE than 300 people packed into the Presidents Room at GMHBA Stadium to help raise more than $14,000 for the Barwon Sports Academy at...
August 30, 2024
Festival celebrates 30,000th attendee
THE Geelong Small Business Festival has celebrated the 30,000th person to attend the annual business event by presenting them with a special Golden Ticket. Geelong...
August 30, 2024
Bells to fire for Hells Djarrak event
ANTICIPATION is reaching fever pitch for this weekend's Hells Djarrak multi-club invitational surfing event as good conditions beckon for the Surf Coast. More than 60...
August 28, 2024
Soft plastic trial brings positive benefits
HUNDREDS of residents have taken part in a soft plastic recycling trial over the past month, resulting in positive circular economy outcomes. The Surf Coast...
August 28, 2024
Runner pays tribute to Anglesea local during 700km mission
A MELBOURNE athlete has passed through Anglesea on his 700km charity running mission to honour a special local close to his heart. Over the past...
August 27, 2024
Diamonds train in Torquay
THE world's top netball team, the Australian Diamonds, called the Surf Coast home last week for its annual culture and training camp. More than 20...
August 27, 2024
Lorne students rock Battle of the Bands
A TRIO of music students from Lorne P-12 College have made their mark by winning the "Come Together Battle of the Bands" contest. The talented...
August 26, 2024
Entries open for Surf Coast Community Calendar Competition
LOCALS are being invited to put their art in the limelight and enter the 2025 Surf Coast Shire Community Calendar Competition. Artists of all ages will...
August 25, 2024
Film festival to spotlight seismic blasting
SURFRIDER is looking to bring a pressing environmental issue with local implications to the forefront at its coming film festival. The Seismic Blasting Film Festival...
August 25, 2024
Anglesea newsagent finalists for top state gong
ANGLESEA News and Lotto is the toast of the town after again being named finalists in the Victorian Authorised Newsagent Association (VANA) Awards. Owners Corinne...
August 24, 2024
More patrols this summer at Kennett River
LIFE SAVING patrols will be extended at Kennett River this summer, ensuring more people stay safe by the water. Life Saving Victoria and the Colac...
August 24, 2024
Torquay’s first beer festival goes down as a winner
MORE than 300 people gathered at Blackmans Brewery at the weekend for Torquay's first beer festival. Saturday's Point Break Brewery Invitational gave local beer-lovers the...
August 23, 2024
Winch foodbank seeks donations
THE Winchelsea Community Foodbank is seeking donations to continue supporting those battling food and economic insecurity. The community volunteer program has already helped hundreds of...
August 23, 2024
Community unites at Catwalk4Cancer
GEELONG'S most fashionable fundraiser took centre stage at the Geelong Arts Centre last weekend to raise vital funds for cancer services within the region. Barwon...
August 21, 2024
Beatles’ giveaway songs to star in show
LOCAL performer and historian Colin Mockett will return to the stage next month to detail some of the hit singles two of The Beatles...
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